Number 1 in the June draft, the French Zacharias Researcher His NBA career began with the success of the Atlanta Hawks at home against the Brooklyn Nets (120-116).
Replacing the kick-off, Risacher came in at the end of the first quarter, for a dream first ball: pass from Trae Youthssuccessful three-point shot with congratulations from the Hawks’ All-Star point guard, and cheers from the crowd.
Author of a beautiful dunk after another offering from Young, Risacher struggled the rest of the time in the 19 minutes given by his coach, showing a clumsiness (2 of 8 shooting, including 1 of 4 from from distance, 2 of 4 on shots) for a total of 7 points and 1 rebound.
“I am very happy and very happy with this premiere. I hope that little by little, things will continue in this direction and that it will be better and better in the future.” he said.
Son of former French international Stéphane Researcherarrived from Bourg-en-Bresse, came out with 9:47 left, saw his teammates resist the return of Brooklyn thanks to Trae Young (30 points, 12 assists) and See Okongwu (28 points).